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3 mistakes an officer may make during a DUI arrest

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Dec 7, 2020 | Criminal Defense

In Nebraska, even a first-time DUI conviction may lead to steep consequences. In addition to spending seven to 60 days in jail, you may face a $500 fine and loss of your license for six months. You may also have to install an ignition interlock device and attend a...

What can I do if someone falsely accuses me of sexual assault?

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Aug 4, 2020 | Criminal Defense

The increased awareness of rape and sexual assault are impacting the way our justice system treats these tragic issues in Nebraska and elsewhere. Courts take these claims more seriously than in times past, but this also means that those who make false claims of sexual...

What happens if you refuse chemical testing?

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Jun 22, 2020 | Criminal Defense

During a traffic stop or after an accident, a law enforcement officer may have reasonable grounds to believe that you may be under the influence of alcohol. If so, the officer has the authority to require you to provide a sample for chemical testing. The requested...

Could you have kleptomania?

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Jun 3, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Shoplifting and theft are serious crimes that could land you in jail. They may also cost you money and cause extreme embarrassment in your personal life. There is even the potential that if you get caught that you could face trouble at work. This is disheartening,...

What makes theft robbery in Nebraska?

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Feb 7, 2020 | Criminal Defense

When a person intends to deprive another person of his or her rightful property, he or she is guilty of theft. Theft is a crime and, depending on the value of the property taken, can result in felony charges. Felony theft charges alone pose a threat to a person’s...

Know the penalties for Nebraska DUI

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Jan 17, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving

Nebraska law enforcement can arrest a motorist for driving under the influence if the officer has observed the driver behaving erratically and/or the driver has a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher. Penalties for this conviction depend on any prior DUI charges...

Understanding the difference between robbery and burglary

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Dec 30, 2019 | Criminal Defense

It is common for people to mistakenly use the terms “robbery” and “burglary” interchangeably. However, from a legal point of view, they are two very different types of crime. Though associated with theft, neither robbery nor burglary...

What constitutes shoplifting in Nebraska?

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Nov 8, 2019 | Criminal Defense

When people think of shoplifting, they think of someone taking an item from a store without paying. Though this is certainly the most common form of shoplifting, it is not the only one. Nebraska Legislature covers all of its bases when defining shoplifting so that the...

Recognizing when theft is more than criminal behavior

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Nov 7, 2019 | Criminal Defense

People commit theft in Nebraska for various reasons. Occasionally, those reasons are deeper than what is on the surface. A person could have undiagnosed kleptomania. Psychology Today takes an immersive look into the definition, symptoms, causes and treatment of...

The collateral consequences linked to a plea deal

On behalf of Whelan Law Office | Aug 28, 2019 | Criminal Defense

At Whelan Law Office in Nebraska, we are adept at uncovering all possible defense options when a client in Nebraska faces felony charges. The outcomes of each should be weighed carefully. Some, such as plea deals, may not be as beneficial as they seem at first. Before...
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